UTM

Question 1

machine has been named so because
of the wide range of tests it can perform over different kinds of
materials, and test mechanical properties of material

Answer 1

Universal Testing Machine

Question 2

a German Engineer, in 1880
developed the first known UTM.

Answer 2

Emil Johanneman

Question 3

Types of UTM

Answer 3

Single (c frame testers, lower force lower cost)
and double column machines (h frame, robust)

Question 4

Parts of UTM

Answer 4

Tension Crosshead, Screw column, Adjustable crosshead,
Table, Cylinder, Piston, Load cell, Notched column,
Tension space, Compression space

Question 5

Components of utm

Answer 5

Load frame
Grip/fixtures
Measurement system
Control unit
Hydraulic power unit
Load measuring unit

Question 6

Functions of utm

Answer 6

Tensile test
Compression
Adhesion
Pull out
Bending (flexural and stiffness)
Hysteresis (cyclic and unloading)

Question 7

Applications

Answer 7

rope,
steel rope, winches, steel wire, webbing, spring, slings, cable,
nylon rope, links, chain, steel chain and other materials
commonly found in engineering, manufacturing, and research
applications.